Gluten free muffins have become increasingly popular in recent years, whether due to dietary restrictions or personal preferences. However, baking fluffy gluten free muffins can be a challenging task. Let's dive in and talk about the tools you need to make the perfect gluten free muffins.
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Making gluten free muffins can be tricky. Every gluten free flour blend behaves differently, adding to the challenge. Fortunately, several tools and techniques can help you achieve delicious, moist, and fluffy gluten-free muffins.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced baker, these tips and tools will help you create mouth-watering gluten-free muffins that everyone can enjoy. I also have a great Gluten Free Muffins Troubleshooting Guide to help you perfect your muffin-baking skills.
Overall, having the right baking tools can make a big difference in the quality of your muffins. They can help ensure that your gluten free muffins bake evenly, have a uniform appearance, and turn out light and fluffy.
🔑 Sandi says: If you love to bake, check out these Gluten Free Baking Tips. These tips can help you become a better gluten free baker.
If you are curious which gluten free flour blends are best for muffins, I tested four gluten free flour blends in my gluten free muffins base recipe to find out!
How The Right Equipment Helps:
The most important part of gluten free baking is being sure to use the correct gluten free flour blend. Every blend is different and behaves differently in recipes. I list all of my favorite gluten free flour blends and what types of recipes they work best in.
The second most important thing in gluten free baking is using the right tools. pretty important. These are the tools I use the most when baking my gluten free muffins recipes.
- Muffin tin: A muffin tin is arguably the most important tool for making muffins. Using a muffin tin ensures that your muffins will bake evenly and have a uniform appearance. The muffin tin also provides the structure for the muffins as they bake, helping them to rise properly.
- Mixing bowl: A large
mixing bowl is essential for properly combining dry and wet ingredients. It is also nice if they have a non-slip bottom, which makes mixing the batter thoroughly easier because it won't slide around on the counter. Do not use a stand mixer to make muffins. Always hand mix in a bowl. - Measuring cups, spoons, and a digital scale: Accurately measuring your ingredients is critical when baking muffins, especially in gluten free baking. Using the correct size measuring cups and spoons will ensure that you add the correct amount of each ingredient, resulting in consistent and delicious gluten free muffins every time.
- Whisk: A whisk or spatula is necessary for mixing the wet and dry ingredients.
- Cooling rack: After baking, it's important to cool the muffins properly. Placing them on a cooling rack allows air to circulate around the muffins, which will prevent them from becoming soggy on the bottom. To move the muffins from the muffin pan to a cooling rack, I use a knife on the side of the muffin to gently lift the muffin out of the pan.
These Gluten Free Banana Oat Muffins are absolutely delicious. Make them bite-sized or regular-sized.
My Favorite Tools For Making Gluten Free Muffins:
- Wilton Perfect Results Non-Stick Mega Mini Muffin Pan & Mini Cupcake Pan, 48-Cup Pan, Steel
- Amazon Basics Nonstick Muffin Baking Pan, 12 Cups - Set of 2
- Wilton Recipe Right Non-Stick 6 Cup Jumbo Muffin Pan, 2 count (Pack of 1)
- Pyrex 3 Piece Glass Measuring Cup Set, Includes 1-Cup, 2-Cup, and 4-Cup Tempered Glass Liquid Measuring Cups
- TILUCK Stainless Steel Measuring Cups & Spoons Set, Cups and Spoons
- KitchenAid KE060OHOBA Classic Utility Whisk, One Size, Black 2
- Etekcity 0.1g Food Kitchen Scale, Bowl, Digital Grams and Ounces
- La Tourangelle, All Purpose Baking Spray, Gluten-Free, No Chemicals. Non-Stick.
- Luminarc Stackable Bowl 10-Piece Set, Glass, 1, Clear
- REGILLER Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls (Set of 5), Non Slip Silicone Bottom Nesting Storage Bowls
- Baker’s Signature Tulip Baking Paper Cupcake & Muffin Liners Pack of 150 | Grease Resistant Wrappers – Will Not Curl or Burn – Comes in Convenient Packaging
- Standard Paper Cupcake Liners / Baking Cups, 60-ct / Box (Pack of 4)
- Checkered Chef Cooling Rack - Set of 2 Stainless Steel, Oven Safe Grid Wire Cookie Cooling Racks for Baking & Cooking - 10" x 15"
I use these Wilton mini muffin pans for cookie cups, muffins, and egg bites. They are easy to use, and I love that they are non-stick.
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These muffin pans are a great deal. They are high quality at a low price. Use them to make muffins, cupcakes, and egg muffins.
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If you love huge muffins, these jumbo muffin pans are the best. They are easy to use and clean.
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Pyrex has been around forever and its products last just as long. I use my pyrex to measure my wet ingredients, and I also proof my yeast in them.
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I use stainless steal measuring cups for two reasons. First, they hold up to a lot of use, and second, they can go in the dishwasher.
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This is an awesome whisk. I use a whisk to mix up dry ingredients and wet ingredients. This holds up to daily use and it is dishwasher safe.
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I love this scale. It is easy to use, and easy to clean. The removable bowl holds whatever you are measuring.
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Hands down this non-stick spray is amazing. It is totally inexpensive and it will save your gluten free cakes and muffins from sticking!
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I absolutely love these glass stackable bowls. They make it easy to hold separate ingredients. They are also great for entertaining when you need to serve bowls of snacks!
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I always recommend mixing any batter by hand. That means don't use a stand mixer. Mixing by hand means your baked goods will turn out light and fluffy. Mixing by hand can be a pain, but using these bowls with rubber bottoms makes it easier. They don't slide all over the counter while you mix your wet and dry ingredients together.
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These muffin liners are perfect for making muffins. They are decorative and perfect for bakeries and home bakers.
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This is the brand I always use because these parchment paper muffin and cupcake liners are easy. Nothing sticks to them so you can get your muffins out of the wrapper easily.
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I love these wire cookie racks. I love that this set comes with two racks so I can cool multiple items. I also love that this set is not tiered.
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The Best Gluten Free Muffins Recipes:
- Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Muffins - These fluffy muffins have incredible flavors.
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins - We enjoy these pumpkin cream cheese muffins all year.
- Gluten Free Apple Muffins - I love making these apple cinnamon muffins with tart apples.
- Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins - This is a great muffin base recipe for any fruit.
- Black Sesame Mochi Muffins - These Japanese-style muffins are slightly chewy, like mochi.
- Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins - These muffins are my favorite way to sneak veggies into my kids.
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